Melanocyte Stimulation Hormone, Alpha (a-MSH) (RPS)

Test Code

MSHA

Specimen Name

Melanocyte Stimulation Hormone, Alpha (a-MSH) (RPS)

CPT Codes

  • 83519

Collect

Frozen - EDTA plasma (1), Purple Top Tube (1)

Stability

Frozen

Volume

1 mL

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Performed

Performance varies / Reported 10-13 days

Additional Information

ARUP # 0098819 Separate plasma from cells within 1 hour of collection.

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  • Serum 
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